Boats Less Than $30K Recent Noteworthy Finds

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by john61ct

And let me express our collective gratitude for all your contributions, tremendous inspiration

Thanks John!
Kind words are always appreciated.

So are the contributions you and others make to this thread and other topics on CF. I enjoy reading what you folks write and every comment and anecdote gets me thinking.

[Rastarea]

Steady,

Are we allowed to post a request on your thread?
Something like :
''looking for model A of such company or model B of another company... not older than 19xx, under $30k''

[john61ct]

Could start a little Buyer's Broker business 8-)

[Scout 30]

Originally Posted by td0tz

Yes, appreciated, and that's fine, this may be just the dream someone is looking for. Almost every post here generates (appropriate) 'what about the xxx' replies.
This thread was started, in part, to show off boats that were realistically "sail away" with only minor fitting out. My response, along with others, was to point out this boat may not fit that notion.
Minor meaning a small fraction of the purchase price, i.e. 20%.
Not a multiple of the purchase price, as is the case with all project boats.
There is a thread for cheap and project boats, and as suggested, maybe you could start one for "worthy classics needing rescue". We have rescue sites for pets, why not boats?

I think this is a great idea. The last page of every WoodenBoat Magazine is titled "Save A Classic". I think that's a great name for a Steadman's new thread!

[Bleemus]

Dickerson 41

Exceptionally built boats. Only 28k.

http://www.sailboatlistings.com/photographs/73353

[Bleemus]

Photo

[td0tz]

Here's an example of a frequently sought boat, an Endeavor 37 A plan, on our own forum, appears very good, and ...
$19,900?
Whoa. Need a ticket to n'al leans
Much More Here: http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/...ca-202489.html

[Don C L]

Originally Posted by td0tz

Here's an example of a frequently sought boat, an Endeavor 37 A plan, on our own forum, appears very good, and ...
$19,900?
Whoa. Need a ticket to n'al leans
Much More Here: http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/...ca-202489.html

Wow, great boat for a family! I like that plan A layout.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by Don C L

Wow, great boat for a family! I like that plan A layout.

Yes. The Endeavour 37 A Plan is one of my favorite boats for this thread ("Less Than $30K"). My Favorite of the two plans is the A Plan, as it is much more "open" feeling in the saloon area, and the two aft berths (private aft cabin double and wide quarterberth to starboard) are wider than those found on many boats of similar size.

Here is a very good detailed description of the design, including details about the hull construction, materials used, engine, etc.

Endeavour 37 Sloop Design History and Boat Specifications

My observations are based on my own sailing experience on the design (2,500 offshore miles from Hawaii to San Francisco).

Of note:

1. Numerous opening ports (10) and hatches for good ventilation in tropical areas.

2. Molded keel (lead is molded in keel) with keel molded as single unit with hull.

3. Nice functional cockpit coaming, keeps water out of the cockpit.

4. Large cockpit with long seats (good for sleeping in cockpit)

5. Transom that is easier for arch and davits placement

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by Rastarea

Steady,

Are we allowed to post a request on your thread?
Something like :
''looking for model A of such company or model B of another company... not older than 19xx, under $30k''

Hi.
There are no rules against doing that.
But, I suggest posting that kind of request in the "Boats for Sale & Wanted" forum here on this site instead. Post as a "Boat Wanted" and I bet you will get responses.

I think those types of requests tend to draw all kinds of responses, which may derail some of what happens in this thread.

Also I think members who want to sell their boat would be more likely to view that forum and see your request, and respond too.

So, my suggestion is to post there (the other forum) rather than here when looking for a particular type or model of boat or when open to a wide range of boats, etc.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by Scout 30

I think this is a great idea. The last page of every WoodenBoat Magazine is titled "Save A Classic". I think that's a great name for a Steadman's new thread!

I have a few more threads in mind, which I think others will find very interesting too. I have been working on them (concepts) for a while, just not quite ready to launch them yet. Stay tuned!

One thread will be focused on Metal Boats, and another on Wood Boats. There may be some classics in those.

The idea of a "Classics" to save/buy thread is a good one. I try to post noteworthy boats (of any price) in the "Outstanding Boats" thread (based on what I see and like, most are for sale too). And the "Plastic Classics" thread has a lot of traction with many boats that could be called "classics" too.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by Bleemus

Dickerson 41

Exceptionally built boats. Only 28k.

1983 Dickerson D41 Center Cockpit Ketch sailboat for sale in Massachusetts

Good find!

Thanks for bringing it to the mix here in this thread.

I noticed the boat was listed at $35,000 in August 2017. The Asking Price has been reduced to $28K now. Apparently due to health of owner.

I very much like what I saw in the photos of the interior (I like white interiors). Overall, it looks like a nice comfortable boat. I also like that it has a centerboard and shallow draft.

I will post a few of the photos from the ad, so others can see. I think it is a nice design for cruising, and Dickerson had a nice reputation, from what I have read in the past.
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Hull Type: Long Keel Rig Type: Masthead Ketch
LOA: 41.00' / 12.50m LWL: 31.50' / 9.60m
Beam: 12.50' / 3.81m Listed SA: 846 ft2 / 78.59 m2
Draft (max.) 4.50' / 1.37m Draft (min.)
Displacement: 24000 lbs./ 10886 kgs. Ballast: 8500 lbs. / 3856 kgs.
Sail Area/Disp.1: 16.33 Bal./Disp.: 35.42% Disp./Len.: 342.79
Designer: Ernest Tucker
Builder: Dickerson (USA)
Construction: FG Bal. type:
First Built: 1973 Last Built:
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There is a Dickerson Owners Group too (google for it).

[john61ct]

All the hype makes me wary, but they do make her sound sweet

57' "Bowman Oyster"

https://m.ebay.com/itm/Save-over-100...T/202339555364

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by john61ct

All the hype makes me wary, but they do make her sound sweet

57' "Bowman Oyster"

https://m.ebay.com/itm/Save-over-100...T/202339555364

That boat looks like it has been gutted. The interior furniture (wood) is missing. The interior bulkheads look like the boat sank or had a fire.

Normally, Bowman yachts are much finer inside than that boat shows. It looks like it was salvaged. Horrible condition. SEe photos.


Let's keep the massive project boats off this thread, please.

[el31415]

Originally Posted by john61ct

All the hype makes me wary, but they do make her sound sweet

57' "Bowman Oyster"

https://m.ebay.com/itm/Save-over-100...T/202339555364

“Vessel Needs Interior Designed and Installed. Estimated Professional Cost $20K to $40K”.....cough!cough!
“First Commissioned By One of Apple Computer's Founders”.....cough!cough!

Was going to forget “5 YEAR OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE!! ”